| General Information |
Premium Large Cardamom (Amomum subulatum), also known as Black Cardamom or Badi Elaichi, is a bold, aromatic spice from the Himalayan foothills. Known for its distinctive smoky, camphor-like aroma and intense flavor, our black cardamom is traditionally smoked and sun-dried, perfect for savory dishes, meat preparations, spice blends, and pharmaceutical applications. |
| Origin & Sourcing |
Sourced from organic farms in Sikkim, Darjeeling (West Bengal), Uttarakhand, and North East India. Pods are hand-harvested at maturity, traditionally smoked over firewood, and sun-dried to develop characteristic smoky flavor and dark brown color. |
| Key Characteristics |
Bold, large pods (2-4cm) | Dark brown to black color | Smoky, camphor-like aroma | Intense, complex flavor | High essential oil (2-3%) | Traditionally smoked | Whole pods with seeds | Moisture: 10-12% |
| Packaging & Shelf Life |
Available in bulk (20kg/25kg jute bags or cartons) and customized retail packaging. Shelf life: 18-24 months when stored in cool, dry, airtight conditions away from direct sunlight. |
| MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) |
200 kg (negotiable for export orders) |
